Check for System Memory Problems with Diagnostic Tool

Memory problems can cause your computer to lose information or stop working. If your computer is unstable, there may be a problem with its RAM. This article describes how to use Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool to check for computer's memory problems in Windows 10.

How to Use Windows Memory Diagnostic Tool

Windows Memory Diagnostic is a very useful tool that can help you discover problems with your computer's RAM. Here is how to run Diagnostics tool to check your system for memory problems.

Step 1: Run Windows Memory Diagnostic tool.

Press Win+R keys, then type mdsched.exe into the Run dialog that appears, and press Enter.

Step 2: To agree run this tool, click Restart now and check for problems (recommended).

Tip: If you want to perform fewer or more tests, press F1, use the Up and Down arrow keys to set the Test Mix as Basic, Standard, or Extended, and then press F10 to apply the desired settings and resume testing.

Test mix. Choose what type of test you want to run: Basic, Standard, or Extended. The choices are described in the tool.

Cache. Choose the cache setting you want for each test: Default, On, or Off.